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Lang Yarn Vaya
It's been some time since The Artful Yarn stocked anything with yak fiber! It's one of our favorites as the purchase of yak fiber supports Tibetan communities and now domestic sources as well.
Vaya is designed for summery, resort style knit. With its luxurious blend of breathable cotton with a touch of wool & yak fiber you'll love every minute os working with this yarn and creating a real treasure for yourself or as a gift. The yak fiber gives each colorway a dark undertone that gives knits a beautiful depth of tone.
The chain construction gives knits a polished, sophisticated vibe and lends the functional benefit of helping garments maintain shape. The stitch definition is gorgeous on everything from lace to stockinette.
Fiber Content: 74% Cotton, 16% Extrafine Merino Wool, 10% Yak
Weight: Light/ DK
Yardage: 218 yards
Ball/Skein Weight: 50g
Care: Machine wash cool, lay flat to dry
Needle Size: US 4-6 (3.5-4 mm) needles
Knitting Stitch Gauge: 6 stitches per 1”/ 24 stitches per 4”
Knitting Row Gauge: 34 rows per 4”
Is yak yarn itchy?
One of the reasons yak wool is so comfortable to wear is because the cuticle of the fiber are very smooth. This provides a comfortable, non-irritating texture that is comparable to cashmere (yep, it's that soft).
*Please note, this yarn is on the thinner side & designed for garments & accessories with drape, as well as a more open, lightweight fabric. The Lang Patterns using this yarn recommend a size US 2.5 needle for ribbing & a size US 4 for the body. Please note the yardage to grams.